How do I lock my Windows computer without having to logoff or restart?

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I lock my Windows computer without having to logoff or restart? If you are using a PC, it is as simple as holding down the keyboard keys CTRL + ALT + DEL and clicking on Lock Computer when the menu pops up. A keyboard with a Windows key on it can be locked by simply pressing the Windows key + L. This 5 second operation can save you hours of headache and hassle. (Note, don’t lock shared workstations like the ClinNet mobile workstations.)

If you are using a PC, it is as simple as holding down the keyboard keys CTRL + ALT + DEL and clicking on Lock Computer when the menu pops up.
A keyboard with a Windows key on it can be locked by simply pressing the Windows key + L.

This 5 second operation can save you hours of headache and hassle. (Note, don’t lock shared workstations like the ClinNet mobile workstations.)